Which airport should I fly into for Aguascalientes?

For long-haul and international flights, Jesus Teran International Airport (AGU) is the main gateway near Aguascalientes. The closest airport, Jesus Teran International Airport (AGU), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Aguascalientes?

The nearest is about 12 mi (20 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Aguascalientes?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Aguascalientes

The closest airports to Aguascalientes, Mexico: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Aguascalientes, Mexico is Jesus Teran International Airport (AGU), about 12 mi (20 km) away — roughly 42 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
AGU	Jesus Teran International AirportAguascalientes, Mexico	12 mi / 20 km	42 min	International
ZCL	General Leobardo C. Ruiz International AirportZacatecas, Mexico	75 mi / 120 km	1 hr 44 min	International
BJX	Del Bajio International AirportSilao, Mexico	80 mi / 129 km	1 hr 52 min	International
SLP	Ponciano Arriaga International AirportSan Luis Potosi, Mexico	90 mi / 145 km	2 hr 6 min	International
GDL	Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International AirportGuadalajara, Mexico	115 mi / 185 km	2 hr 40 min	International
CYW	Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCelaya, Mexico	129 mi / 207 km	2 hr 59 min	Regional
QRO	Queretaro Intercontinental AirportQueretaro, Mexico	161 mi / 259 km	3 hr 44 min	Regional
MLM	General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMorelia, Mexico	162 mi / 261 km	3 hr 46 min	International

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Jesus Teran International Airport (AGU) is the most convenient at about 12 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Aguascalientes. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with AGU.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near AGU saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Aguascalientes is Jesus Teran International Airport (AGU), about 12 mi (20 km) away — roughly 42 min by road.